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The 5 Most Popular Paint Colors for Bathrooms

Fitzpatrick Painting & Construction • Jul 23, 2017

Whether you’re going for a  full remodel or just a touch-up, paint color plays a significant role in design. Particularly true in bathrooms, the paint color can make or break a room.

With so many to choose from, selecting the perfect color can be difficult. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the best paint colors for bathrooms.

The Best Paint Colors for Bathrooms

Unless you have a specific plan for design, the following colors are ideal for inspiration. These tried and true colors create a perfect base for any upgrade or remodel. Especially when paired with hand-picked accents and pops, these colors are sure to make any bathroom shine.

Keep reading for an in-depth look into the five best paint colors to choose from when redoing your bathroom.

Cozy Taupe

It’s no surprise a neutral color tops the list. Soft hues are perfect when trying to make a smaller bathroom look bigger.

A warm taupe looks best when paired with muted blues, pinks and greens. Accessories such as a patterned shower curtain are an excellent accent piece to pull the room together.

For a tranquil feel, try combining taupe walls with pops of metallics and pinks.

Soft Blues

Inviting vibes of an island oasis, soft blues are great on bathroom walls as well as on furniture itself.  

With a broad range of hues, homeowners are sure to find the perfect shade of blue to fit their aesthetic.

If a soft blue isn’t your style, try a more nautical shade of blue. This shade of blue pairs well with white fixtures and trims and is reminiscent of days spent water-side.

Grays

Gray is universally known for being almost chameleon-like. Gray goes with everything!

You can opt for a cool hue of gray with pops of color throughout or a deeper charcoal which accents of gold or silver to exude elegance. 

Muted shades of gray also lend themselves well to patterned wallpapers , should you choose to use an accent wall in addition to traditional wall paint.

Mint

Cool hues such as mint green are well known for inducing relaxing vibes. Especially when paired with dark cabinetry, mint green can impose a spa-like feel to any bathroom.

If you’re feeling adventurous mint green also goes very well with bright orange accents.

Aqua

Vibrant and beachy tones are making a comeback, landing Aqua surefootedly on the list of best paint colors for bathrooms.

A darker hue of aqua is perfect for bathrooms with darker furnishings and can stand up better to strong color accents.

Bright shades of aqua are ideal for bathrooms with primarily white furniture, trim, and accents. If you choose to paint bathroom furniture a brighter shade, aim for a more neutral wall color.

The Takeaway

Most homeowners look for colors that inspire tranquility and calm when it comes to painting their bathrooms. The colors on our list are just some ideas for creating a spa-like bathroom.

Bathroom design takes time and planning. For the best results, hire a professional painter to make your dream bathroom vision a reality. And at Fitzpatrick Painting Inc., we’re the painting experts!

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